Creative Cook: Craft Flavors & Kitchen Mastery

Aramark; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in the United States is seeking a passionate Cook to bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creative flair. You will work in a team, follow production guidelines, and use a variety of cooking methods to prepare meals.

You will set up stations, measure and prep ingredients, and maintain clean, safe work areas while delivering excellent guest service. Experience as a cook and knowledge of food safety are valued, and the role offers growth within a global food service company.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation methods and food safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety basics

Math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Aramark in the United States is seeking a passionate Cook to bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creative flair. You will work in a team, follow production guidelines, and use a variety of cooking methods to prepare meals.

You will set up stations, measure and prep ingredients, and maintain clean, safe work areas while delivering excellent guest service. Experience as a cook and knowledge of food safety are valued, and the role offers growth within a global food service company.